Indianapolis Colts vs Pittsburgh Steelers live stream (week 9): time, TV channel, and how to watch
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The 7‑1 Indianapolis Colts make the short trip to face the 4‑3 Pittsburgh Steelers at Acrisure Stadium on Sunday, November 2, 2025, with kickoff set for 1:00 PM ET. While the Colts are riding one of the NFL’s more impressive starts, the Steelers are fighting to stay atop the AFC North.
For Indianapolis, it’s about maintaining momentum and proving they’re genuine contenders. For Pittsburgh, it’s an opportunity to reaffirm their standing at home and quiet the recent defensive turbulence. The game will be broadcast for free on Channel 5.
Game information: Indianapolis Colts at Pittsburgh Steelers
| Item | Details |
| Date | November 2, 2025 |
| Time | 1:00 PM ET / 10:00 AM PT |
| Venue | Acrisure Stadium, Pittsburgh, PA |
| TV (primary) | CBS |
| Channel Guide | DirecTV (channel varies by market); Dish (varies); Comcast/Xfinity (varies); Spectrum (varies); Verizon Fios (varies) |
| Stream | Paramount+ (with live CBS where available) |
| Radio | Indianapolis: 93.5 FM & 107.5 FM “The Fan”; Pittsburgh: WDVE 102.5 FM & WBGG 970 AM |
| Coverage | Regional, coverage map not yet available. Check 506 Sports closer to kickoff. Home‑market affiliate: Pittsburgh – KDKA‑TV CBS, Indianapolis market receives CBS feed via WTTV |
| Free | Channel 5 (UK) |
How to watch Indianapolis Colts vs Pittsburgh Steelers for free
The Indianapolis Colts vs Pittsburgh Steelers matchup on November 2, 2025, is part of CBS’s Sunday afternoon coverage in the U.S., but fans abroad can access select NFL games for free through official international broadcasters. Channel 5 in the UK streams one Sunday Afternoon matchup each week, while 7plus in Australia carries TNF and two Sunday Afternoon games, and TVNZ+ in New Zealand offers a rotating selection of Sunday fixtures.
These platforms provide fans with a limited selection of free Sunday NFL games in addition to prime-time coverage. Access is strictly geo-restricted and available only in their respective countries. For fans traveling abroad, the only way to maintain access is with a virtual private network (VPN). Reliable services like NordVPN or Surfshark allow secure connections to servers in the UK, Australia, or New Zealand.
| Game | Free platforms | Date |
| San Francisco 49ers @ New York Giants | TVNZ+ | November 2, 2025 |
| Jacksonville Jaguars @ Las Vegas Raiders | TVNZ+ | November 2, 2025 |
| Minnesota Vikings @ Detroit Lions | TVNZ+ | November 2, 2025 |
Official US viewing options
The Colts vs Steelers game is part of CBS’s regional Sunday Afternoon coverage. Both home markets, Pittsburgh (KDKA‑TV CBS) and Indianapolis (WTTV CBS), will carry the game locally, while other regions may receive different matchups. A full coverage map is typically published by 506 Sports closer to kickoff.
With cable or satellite
Subscribers who receive CBS can watch the game live on TV or via the CBS app using a TV Everywhere login.
| Provider | KDKA‑TV (Pittsburgh) | WTTV (Indianapolis) |
| DirecTV | 2 (HD & SD) | 4 (HD & SD) |
| Dish | 2 (SD/HD) | 4 (SD/HD) |
| Comcast/Xfinity | 2 (SD), 802 or 1002 (HD) | 4 (SD), 1004 (HD) |
| Spectrum | 2 (SD), 1002 (HD) | 4 (SD), 1004 (HD) |
| Verizon Fios | 2 (SD), 502 (HD) | 4 (SD), 504 (HD) |
Without cable (live TV streaming services)
- YouTube TV – $72.99/month. Carries CBS in both Pittsburgh and Indianapolis DMAs. Includes unlimited DVR.
- Hulu + Live TV – $76.99/month (with Disney+ and ESPN+ bundled). Offers CBS in both DMAs. DVR included.
- Fubo – $79.99/month. Streams CBS in both DMAs, plus sports add-ons. Cloud DVR included.
- Sling TV (Blue plan) – $40/month. CBS availability depends on market; confirm with ZIP code.
Mobile option
NFL+ provides live streaming of local and primetime games, including Colts-Steelers, but only on phones and tablets. Casting to a TV or smart TV apps is not supported. Plans start at $6.99/month (Basic) or $14.99/month (Premium with NFL RedZone and full replays).
Over-the-air TV antenna
Viewers in Pittsburgh and Indianapolis can watch for free using a digital antenna tuned to their local CBS affiliate (KDKA‑TV and WTTV). Fans in other regions should check local CBS listings.
Team-specific platforms
Both the Colts and Steelers operate official mobile apps and websites that feature highlights, radio broadcasts, and press conferences, but live regular-season games are not streamed due to NFL broadcast rights.
How to watch Indianapolis Colts vs Pittsburgh Steelers out of market
Because this is a regional CBS broadcast, only Pittsburgh and Indianapolis home markets are guaranteed live coverage on their local CBS affiliates. Fans outside these areas will need alternative options.
NFL Sunday Ticket (YouTube TV)
The US package for out-of-market Sunday Afternoon games is NFL Sunday Ticket, available through YouTube TV or as a standalone purchase. Pricing typically starts around $349 per season, with student discounts available. It includes every CBS and FOX Sunday Afternoon game not airing in your market.
NFL Game Pass International
Outside the US, NFL Game Pass International streams every NFL game live, including playoffs and the Super Bowl. Subscription varies by region, often via DAZN or Amazon Prime Video. Fans traveling abroad can use a VPN to maintain access.
NFL RedZone
NFL RedZone provides live look-ins from every Sunday Afternoon game, highlighting every touchdown and key play. It is available as an add-on through YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV, and Fubo.
Traveling abroad – free-to-air broadcasters
Channel 5 (UK) carries this Colts-Steelers matchup free-to-air. 7plus (Australia) streams selected Sunday Afternoon games, and TVNZ+ (New Zealand) rotates coverage weekly. These are geo-restricted and accessible only in their respective countries, so a VPN is required when traveling abroad.
Local antenna (home markets only)
Fans physically in the Pittsburgh or Indianapolis DMAs can watch for free on their CBS affiliates with a digital antenna. This option does not work outside the home markets due to regional broadcast rules.
How to listen to Indianapolis Colts vs Pittsburgh Steelers on the radio
Fans can follow the November 2 game on local flagship stations, team apps, or national audio services. Broadcasts start a few hours before kickoff, and most local stations are free in their home markets.
Indianapolis Colts radio stations
The Colts’ radio broadcast begins roughly three hours before kickoff. The flagship stations are 93.5 FM and 107.5 FM The Fan in Indianapolis. The announcers are Matt Taylor (play-by-play), Rick Venturi (analyst), and Larra Overton (sideline). Spanish-language broadcast details are not confirmed. Fans can listen via the radio frequencies or the Colts’ official mobile app in-market.
Pittsburgh Steelers radio stations
The Steelers’ coverage starts about four hours before kickoff. Their flagship stations are WDVE 102.5 FM and WBGG 970 AM in Pittsburgh. The broadcast team includes Rob King (play-by-play), Max Starks (analyst), and Missi Matthews (sideline). Spanish-language broadcast details are not confirmed. Listeners can tune in via the frequencies or the Steelers’ official app in-market.
National and digital options
SiriusXM carries both teams’ radio feeds and NFL Radio on channel 88. Pricing is $12.99/month for streaming-only or $17.99/month for car plus app access. NFL+ (audio-only) streams every NFL game nationwide for $6.99/month. Team apps also provide live audio for in-market users.
Radio broadcasts are free in each team’s home market. Out-of-market fans can use NFL+ or SiriusXM. Check team websites for final broadcast confirmations and any updates due to weather or other issues.
